June Clayworth was an American actress who is best known for Live, Love and Learn, The Good Fairy, and At Sword’s Point. Born on June 9, 1905, in Passaic, New Jersey, she had a successful career in both film and theater.
Personal and Family Life
June’s birth name was Esther June Cantor. She was married twice, first to Benedict Erstein in 1935, but their marriage was annulled the following year. Later, she married Sid Rogell in 1938, and they remained together until his death in 1973. The couple had one child.
Career
June Clayworth was initially discovered by Carl Laemmle Jr. and made a name for herself as a Broadway actress before transitioning to film. She had notable roles in films like The White Tower and At Sword’s Point. Additionally, she frequently appeared as a guest star on television, often portraying murder victims in crime series.
Death and Legacy
June Clayworth passed away on January 1, 1993, in Calabasas, California, due to lymphoma. Her contributions to film and theater remain recognized, with her performances leaving a lasting impact in the industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Bodyguard | 1948-09-04 | Connie Fenton |
| Criminal Court | 1946-11-15 | Joan Mason |
| The Good Fairy | 1935-02-18 | Mitzi, on-screen actress |
| Dick Tracy Meets Gruesome | 1947-09-26 | Dr. I.M. “Irma” Learned |
| The White Tower | 1950-06-24 | Mme. Astrid Delambre |
| The Marriage-Go-Round | 1961-01-06 | Flo Granger |
| The Rocket Man | 1954-04-01 | Harriet Snedley |
| At Sword’s Point | 1952-04-22 | Comtesse Claudine |
| Married Before Breakfast | 1937-06-18 | June Baylin |
| Between Two Women | 1937-07-09 | Eleanor |
| The Truth About Murder | 1946-04-01 | Marsha Crane |
| Lady Tubbs | 1935-07-02 | Jean LaGendre |
| Beat the Band | 1947-02-19 | Willow Martin |
| Almost a Gentleman | 1939-03-31 | Marion Gates |
| Live, Love and Learn | 1937-10-29 | Annabella Post |
| Transient Lady | 1935-03-04 | Pat Warren |
| Dream Wife | 1953-06-19 | Mrs. May Elkwood |
| The Music Racket | 1930-06-22 | Trixie Brown |
| Two-Fisted Gentleman | 1936-08-15 | Ginger |
| There’s Always Tomorrow | 1956-01-08 | |
| Strange Wives | 1934-11-30 | Nadja |